Sweat and water are great… when you’re at the beach, covered in sand and enjoying a day off, but when you have somewhere to go and people to meet- you want to look your best. When it gets to be hot and humid out, make-up just loves to run and smudge at the most inconvenient of times. That being said, sweat-proof and oil-free make-up is obviously the way to go during the summer months, but don’t worry! It won’t burn a hole in your pockets either!

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What’s your favorite summer product? Have any tips for keeping things looking clean? Let us know!

Summer is the best time of year.  There are virtually no responsibilities (unless you’re stuck with classes or work), it’s always time for a margarita, the beach is calling your name and there are tons of hot, shirtless guys.  What’s not to love?  Oh yeah, the billion degree heat and the humidity!  While you can cool off with the beverage of your choosing, your makeup probably won’t last past noon if you’re out and about. Read More »

June is finally here and we’re officially out of that back-and-forth late-winter/spring weather we were having (well, at least in New England it was like that, but then again — the weather’s ALWAYS “what season is it again?” here) and it’s starting to get HOT out there.

Is the humidity frizzing up your hair? Are you fighting a losing battle against sweat? Have no fear! I’ve got 10 easy and cheap ways to cool down and beat the heat this summer.

What do you do to stay cool? Is there anything on our list you wouldn’t do? Leave your tips and tricks below!

Newsflash: it’s scorching hot outside.

Not that I needed to tell you that. I’m sure the sweat forming under your boobs as we speak sends that message loud and clear (and wet). I wouldn’t mind the heat so much outside (that’s what pools and beaches are for, right?) if my apartment weren’t also 10,000 degrees. It seems my air conditioning has taken a permanent vacay and the only way to stay cool is to watch TV in a bikini with a half-gallon of Edy’s between my legs.

I wonder what my neighbors think…

I feel like I’ve tried everything – including sitting in a cooler full of ice at my 4th of July BBQ – but nothing is working and I fear my organs are cooking inside of my body. That can’t be good for my liver, right? In order to find some relief, I turned to the CollegeCandy writers to find out what they do to keep cool on these sweltering days. Need some ideas to cool down? Read on:

Rachael – University of Miami: Air conditioning, smoothies, and (of course) any form of chocolate ice cream. Oh, and embracing the antics of my old floormates and ditching the shirt when I’m hanging out in my room; a bra and shorts are surprisingly comfortable, and a lot cooler than having a shirt sticking to your chest and back.

Kari – Florida State: I hit the gym! It’s freezing cold in there and when I leave, at least I can feel good about being sweaty…

Sarabeth – University of Texas: I have this reusable ice-stick thing that came with a water bottle I bought, but instead of using it as I should, I put it between my boobs. No one can tell and it feels amazing. Read More »

I’m so hot. Not in an Angelina Jolie sorta way, but in a “I can’t stand the way I smell” sorta way. It’s gotten so bad that I actually went to the gym and swam laps yesterday, just so I could be in a cold body of water. (Note: I just wanted to jump in and do a few handstands to cool off but then the 80-year-old man in the lane next to me gave me a look as he lapped me and I felt like I had to do something.) I know I’ve been counting down to summer since snot froze to my face on the way to the bus in January, but this is too much. It’s too hot! I’m sweaty and sticky and smelly.

Waaaaah (Snooki voice).

So what do I do when I’m feeling sorry for myself/melting? I come up with a situation that is even worse so I can feel a little better about my life. And that’s what inspired this week’s Would You Rather: Read More »

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The dog days of summer are quickly approaching and you know what that means; muggy, steamy heat.  Whether you’re on the waterfront or completely landlocked, even those of you in the so-called “dry heat” states can’t avoid the boil of a mid-July day.  Do your best to stay cool, dry and sweat free with these products that bring on the chill.

Earth Therapeutics Clean + Cool Foot Wipes
At the end of the day when our dogs are barking, we kick off our sandals and revive our aching feet with these convenient, portable wipes.  Remove the day’s dirt and grime while tea tree oil and mint provide a pleasant cooling sensation. $7.00, drugstore.com Read More »